2026 [Co]lab - June 22-24
11600 Welch Rd, Dallas, Texas 75229
What is the [Co]lab?
The [Co]lab is a 3-day immersive workshop designed to help K-8 educators, math coaches, and school leaders shift to a philosophical understanding and pedagogy that is learning-centered and builds deep understanding of math as a discipline. The [Co]lab is our flagship professional learning experience and serves as a starting point for many educators who are Learning for the Long-View.
What will I learn at the [Co]lab?
Throughout the three days of the [Co]lab, we'll explore the high-leverage concepts of our Generative Framework and understand the ideas that connect arithmetic to algebra. We'll also overview the practices that anchor a Number Lab Math Block, highlight important models that support deep understanding, and learn more about what contributes to positive classroom culture and productive discourse.
Why is the [Co]lab important?
The [Co]lab is a disruption of the traditional practices and norms of K-12 math education. By engaging in this three-day workshop, you will leave with a newfound love and appreciation for math and an understanding of The Number Lab Math Block.
What is The Number Lab Math Block?
The Number Lab Math Block is a learning experience that immerses K-8 students in a knowledge-building community engaged in the discipline of mathematics– specifically to bridge the gap between arithmetic and algebra. The Number Lab Math Block frees learners to think critically, creatively, and independently with a strong foundation of number, while at the same time developing crucial skills of communication and collaboration. Read more about The Number Lab Math Block here and see it in practice here.
Why should my colleagues and I attend the [Co]lab?
Our lab school, Long-View, our decades of following education research, and our experience leading professional development for educators from around the world will provide a unique, collaborative, hands-on experience for your school or district. Watch the video above as some of our past participants describe the value of the [Co]lab.
The [Co]lab is our flagship professional learning experience and serves as a starting point for many educators who are Learning for the Long-View. But, you don’t have to start there. You might begin with a Field Study Day or our subscription-based, online learning platform for educators—Learning for the Long-View—which offers a living library of resources designed to support you in your growth as a teacher, learner, and mathematician.
Other Resources
We also offer a subscription-based, online learning platform for educators—Learning for the Long-View—which offers a library of resources designed to support you in your growth as a teacher, learner, and mathematician. Also, Field Study Days and the [Co]lab are open to educators with no previous experience with The Number Lab. To inquire more about our professional learning opportunities, email hello@thenumberlab.com.
“I have never experienced such a profound and paradigm-shifting training before. I learned so much personally about teaching and math.”
